Patent Leather Shoes
More than pretty shoes.32 total reviews
Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
What a beautiful, amazing story! Karel's father was a kind and generous man, and it's wonderful that your mother wasn't too proud to accept that he gave you such a lovely and expensive gift. Karel's parents were probably delighted to have you as a friend for their daughter. I'm so glad they didn't let class disparities stand in the way. You have related this story with simplicity and grace. Very well done!
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2020
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What a beautiful, amazing story! Karel's father was a kind and generous man, and it's wonderful that your mother wasn't too proud to accept that he gave you such a lovely and expensive gift. Karel's parents were probably delighted to have you as a friend for their daughter. I'm so glad they didn't let class disparities stand in the way. You have related this story with simplicity and grace. Very well done!
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2020
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Mary Kay, how kind you are! I'm so pleased you enjoyed this. I'm not positive I've fanned you and I will tend to that today before I forget. I think I have already, but ya know - life!! Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xoxo
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Thank you, Sally, so pleased to know you!
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Yes, Sally, you did fan me back. I have 17 fans now (woo hoo!) and you are among them. Thank you very much, my friend.
Comment from Sharon Haiste
I think this is a lovely story for the True Story contest.
The story of a girl who can't afford nice shoes, getting a pair bought by a friend is well told.
I wish you lots of luck with the contest.
Sharon
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2020
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I think this is a lovely story for the True Story contest.
The story of a girl who can't afford nice shoes, getting a pair bought by a friend is well told.
I wish you lots of luck with the contest.
Sharon
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2020
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Thank you, dear Sharon. I so appreciate your kind review and encouragement. Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xoxo
Comment from royowen
What a wonderful dad, a man of compassion was your Mr. Redding, a rare gift indeed, we weren't terribly wealthy when I was a boy, but mum looked after us, and dad had a good job, so we were fed and clothed, and I was a good sportsman and was a school representative at sport, and always had enough money to to travel over town. Beautifully written Sally, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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What a wonderful dad, a man of compassion was your Mr. Redding, a rare gift indeed, we weren't terribly wealthy when I was a boy, but mum looked after us, and dad had a good job, so we were fed and clothed, and I was a good sportsman and was a school representative at sport, and always had enough money to to travel over town. Beautifully written Sally, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Mr. Redding was my dream Dad. My father left us when I was four. Alcoholism had destroyed him. Thank you for the kind review and constant support in my writing, Roy. It is so appreciated.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
Comment from damommy
What a wonderful man Mr. Redding was, and he handled the situation beautifully. I know how you felt about those shoes. I once saw a pair of red T-strap shoes I wanted so very much. My aunt bought them for me, and I wore them for years. It broke my heart when I finally had to discard them.
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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What a wonderful man Mr. Redding was, and he handled the situation beautifully. I know how you felt about those shoes. I once saw a pair of red T-strap shoes I wanted so very much. My aunt bought them for me, and I wore them for years. It broke my heart when I finally had to discard them.
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Thank you for the wonderful review. Yes, he really was a wonderful man. I didn't really have a dad to speak of. My dad was an alcoholic and it ruined him and almost destroyed our family. God and my mother's love held us together. People like Mr. Redding appeared all throughout my life. A true gift from God.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
Comment from MamaBebop
Sally,
What a moving and graceful story! Mr. Redding is a true southern gentleman. He surely gave you more than just a pair of shoes that day and if he was a thoughtful and wise man, which I think he was, because it's how you portrayed him, he knew that.
Well done -as always- your forever fan.
Beth
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Sally,
What a moving and graceful story! Mr. Redding is a true southern gentleman. He surely gave you more than just a pair of shoes that day and if he was a thoughtful and wise man, which I think he was, because it's how you portrayed him, he knew that.
Well done -as always- your forever fan.
Beth
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Thank you so much, dear Beth. I appreciate your kind and tender review. Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
Comment from A. Willow Bends
Still in the library. Still crying. This one tore me up. Now I have to confiscate a box of Kleenex and slide out the door before they ask if something is wrong with me. I LOVE this story and I love that those little shoes brought you such happiness and confidence. Hugs to you today and always! You bless us by sharing your past.
Wendy
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Still in the library. Still crying. This one tore me up. Now I have to confiscate a box of Kleenex and slide out the door before they ask if something is wrong with me. I LOVE this story and I love that those little shoes brought you such happiness and confidence. Hugs to you today and always! You bless us by sharing your past.
Wendy
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Dear sweet reviewer, thank you. I'm so glad this touched you. I'm sorry I keep making you cry so much. I write tearjerkers, what can I say? You have honored me once again and I thank you!!!
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xoxoxo
Comment from BeasPeas
Hi Sally. Loved your story about the new patent leather shoes. To this day I love patent leather. Thank you for sharing. I remember in the old days, there was an actual shoe salesman in the store who measured the feet and put them on us. Then we'd walk up and down to be sure the shoes didn't pinch or hurt before buying them. Best of luck in the contest. Marilyn
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Hi Sally. Loved your story about the new patent leather shoes. To this day I love patent leather. Thank you for sharing. I remember in the old days, there was an actual shoe salesman in the store who measured the feet and put them on us. Then we'd walk up and down to be sure the shoes didn't pinch or hurt before buying them. Best of luck in the contest. Marilyn
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Yes, Im glad Yu our remember those days. Remember that they usually brought out the size below and above the one measured, as well. Good sales people are almost non-existent these days. I appreciate the kind review and compliments.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
Comment from Bill Pinder
Sally, that is a great story! I love to read a positive story that is authentic. We need more people in the world like that man that reached out to help you. Thanks for passing this on in your creative way.
Bill
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Sally, that is a great story! I love to read a positive story that is authentic. We need more people in the world like that man that reached out to help you. Thanks for passing this on in your creative way.
Bill
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020
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Thank you so much, dear Bill. I'm glad you enjoyed my true story and comtest entry. God's hand was on me early on, protecting and providing for me. My Redding was very Christlike.
I am deeply honored by the superb rating and generous six stars once again, Bill. Thank you, again.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally :)
Comment from Y. M. Roger
The Lord puts people in our paths in some of the most interesting and, as it turns out years later, transformative moments of our lives, doesn't He? :) A beautiful offering, Lady Sal -- no sixes, but a virtual for sure! ;) Best of luck in the contest! ;) Yvette
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2020
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The Lord puts people in our paths in some of the most interesting and, as it turns out years later, transformative moments of our lives, doesn't He? :) A beautiful offering, Lady Sal -- no sixes, but a virtual for sure! ;) Best of luck in the contest! ;) Yvette
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2020
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Thank you, dear Yvette. I had to post this fresh from my brain. I wrote it in fifteen minutes. I'm so pleased you enjoyed it. The hardest things was finding the art.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xoxo
Comment from robyn corum
Sally,
What a nice man! And, to him, those shoes probably didn't cost an extra nickel. Isn't it funny the things that matter from one person to another? That story has lingered with you for all these years. Sometimes we never know the good turn we do. Beautiful story! Thanks for sharing and good luck!
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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Sally,
What a nice man! And, to him, those shoes probably didn't cost an extra nickel. Isn't it funny the things that matter from one person to another? That story has lingered with you for all these years. Sometimes we never know the good turn we do. Beautiful story! Thanks for sharing and good luck!
Comment Written 17-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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Thank you, dear Robin. Yes, the Redding were very wealthy. It meant, and still means, so much to me. Sending you my best today and many thanks for the review.
Sal xo